Building Climate

From a bestselling author of epic fiction comes the deeply human story of one of the world’s greatest mysteries: the building of Stonehenge. A FLINT MINER WITH A GIFT Seft, a talented flint miner, walks the Great Plain in the high summer heat, to witness the rituals that signal the start of a...

From “tomorrow’s greatest designer” (The Atlantic), a personal and deeply researched look at how the choices we build into our environment reflect and determine the way we think, connect, and live. We've been led to believe that purposefully designed spaces are something reserved only for...

An instant New York Times bestseller! “Original, sexy, pulse-pounding romantasy fun.” —Sable Sorensen, USA TODAY bestselling author A debut high-stakes fantasy romance trilogy set against a once-in-a-generation duel to the death between rival witches and dragon riders as they battle to...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK * WINNER OF THE J ANTHONY LUKAS WORK-IN-PROGRESS AWARD *NAMED A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR BY FINANCIAL TIMES, NPR, KIRKUS REVIEWS, AND SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL * FINALIST FOR THE FINACIAL TIMES/MCKINSEY BUSINESS BOOK OF THE YEAR...

A stirring case for a wholesale reimagining of the framing, tactics, and goals we employ in our journey to heal from ecological destruction With research and insight, Charles Eisenstein details how the quantification of the natural world leads to a lack of integration and our “fight”...

The heat didn't just break the grid. It created a multi-billion dollar empire. When the summer of a changing world permanently settles over Arizona, remote engineer and former soldier Mark Calderon realizes the old world is gone. While others wait for government relief, Mark and his extended family dig in. Literally. Beneath the sun-scorched high desert, they engineer a breakthrough: an underground, multi-unit fortress designed not just to survive the brutal temperature swings, but to thrive in them. What starts as a family's private refuge rapidly explodes into a corporate juggernaut: ...

Climate control has always been a crucial aspect of human civilization, from the ancient use of passive cooling techniques to today’s sophisticated HVAC systems. As global temperatures rise, energy demands increase, and sustainability becomes a priority, the future of climate control is undergoing a fundamental transformation. This book explores the innovations and technologies shaping the next generation of climate control systems. From AI-driven smart HVAC systems to net-zero energy buildings, the industry is embracing intelligent, energy-efficient, and environmentally friendly ...

Potent and timely lessons on healing and connection―both individually and collectively―through the wisdom and magic of honeybees. We’ve heard the refrain to save the bees, but what if the bees can save us too? Beloved equity educators, authors, and beekeepers Michelle Cassandra Johnson and...

Build it. Fill it. Grow it. Your most productive vegetable garden yet — on any budget, in any yard. Hard, rocky, or worn-out soil? A bad back that hates bending over rows? A tiny yard, a patio, or a rental? A raised bed quietly solves all of it — you grow in soil you control, with fewer weeds, better drainage, and a bigger harvest. But most beginners hit two walls: “How do I build one?” and “Why does filling it cost so much?” Raised Bed Gardening for Beginners answers both, one calm step at a time — no building skills, no guesswork, and no expensive mistakes. You’ll get a ...

FINALIST FOR THE L.A. TIMES BOOK PRIZE NAMED A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR BY THE NEW YORKER AND BOOKLIST The story of the urgent fight to save coral reefs, and why it matters to us all Coral reefs are a microcosm of our planet: extraordinarily diverse, deeply interconnected, and full of wonders. When...

Sustainable real estate is no longer a niche premium — it is the performance standard the entire built environment must meet. Buildings account for 37 percent of global energy-related carbon dioxide emissions, yet the sector consistently underdelivers against its technical decarbonization potential. This book explains why and what must change. - Understand the full carbon profile of the built environment, from operational energy use to embodied carbon in construction materials and the whole-life carbon accounting frameworks that measure both - Analyze green building certification systems ...

Roots of Renewal: Building a Sustainable Future for Coffee in a Changing Climate explores the future of the world’s most beloved beverage through the lens of sustainability, science, and social responsibility. From the misty highlands of Ethiopia to the coffee cooperatives of Latin America, this book traces how climate change, deforestation, and global trade are reshaping the landscapes and livelihoods behind every cup. Written in an engaging and accessible style, it reveals the hidden connections between ecology, innovation, and consumer choice. Readers will learn how farmers are ...

In the ever-evolving landscape of building design and environmental comfort, the traditional "one temperature fits all" HVAC approach is no longer sufficient. Modern occupants expect personalized experiences—whether in homes, offices, hospitals, or high-performance buildings. Simultaneously, engineers and facility managers are under increasing pressure to optimize energy use, reduce operational costs, and meet sustainability targets. At the intersection of these demands lies the concept of microclimate HVAC control. This book was written to serve as a comprehensive guide to one of the ...

A visionary voice for inner and outer change inspires us to come home to ourselves—to be of greater service in the world. We all have a deep yearning to belong—to a community or a people that understands and supports us. “But at its heart,” Rev. angel Kyodo williams teaches, “belonging...

In the tradition of Elizabeth Kolbert and Michael Pollan, The Nature of Our Cities is a stirring exploration of how innovators from around the world are combining urban nature with emerging technologies, protecting the planet’s cities from the effects of climate change and safeguarding the...

If 20 percent of the population implemented half the solutions in this book, it would solve the biggest global problems. All without writing to politicians, joining protests, signing petitions, or being angry at the people that are causing the problems. Good solutions are often different from conventional environmental wisdom. The average American adult has a carbon footprint of 30 tons per year. Replacing a petroleum car with an electric car will cut 2 tons. But if you live in a cold climate and you switch from electric heat to a rocket mass heater, you will cut 27 tons!

Introducing the 7 principles for practicing critical hope--because hope isn’t something you have; it’s something you do. Each person has a unique, ever-changing relationship to hope. Hope alone can be transformational--but in moments of despair, or when you’re up against profound injustice...

What will it take to save Planet Earth? In a world grappling with unprecedented challenges, it is imperative to re-examine our moral compass and re-evaluate our responsibilities towards all living beings and the planet we share. The choices we make today will determine the fate of generations to come. It is with this urgency in mind that Three Moral Imperatives was born. Compassiviste founder Ali Horriyat delves into the three interconnected realms where he believes our ethical obligations are most pressing: Children's rights Animal rights Environmental stewardship This book is not merely a...

Grandpa is a heroic, freedom-loving polar bear from East Greenland who understands that his proud species is in far greater danger from the interventions of the federal government, overzealous wildlife scientists and Hollywood celebrities than from man-made global warming. He and his family live in a parallel, comfortable and modern world that humans cannot see and know nothing about. When he learns the U.S. Senate plans to add polar bears to the Endangered Species List he blows his top because he knows that it will mean tight government control over every part of their perfectly safe and ...

Shortlisted for the 2019 Financial Times & McKinsey Business Book of the Year. ‘A landmark book....A massively reported deep dive into the unparalleled corporate industrial giant Koch Industries....This impressively researched and well-rendered book also serves as a biography of Charles Koch...